Certified Medical Assistant – Resource Team Position Available In Floyd, Georgia

Certified Medical Assistant – Resource Team
$ Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Rome, GA, United States

Job ID:

156225

Job Family:

Patient Care Support

Status:

Full Time

Shift:

Variable

Job Type:

Regular

Department Name:

12311112531661-Nursing – Float Pool
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Overview
This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible.
The Medical Assistant performs a full range of duties necessary to support the care of patients from birth through the lifecycle. He or she works under the direction of Physicians, the Site Manager and/or Practice Coordinator to assist with appropriate patient needs including education andmunication.
Major Responsibilities 1. Prepares the patient at the onset of the visit
Measures and records vital signs, height, and weight as necessary. Determines patient’s chiefplaint and records in medical record.
Asks patient about relevant past medical history and records in the medical record.
2. Assists the physician with procedures and examinations as needed
Sets up the procedure/exam room with appropriate supplies/equipment. Prepares the patient for exam/procedure.
Maintains sterile technique and field during sterile procedures. Cleans exam room post patient encounter.
Properly cleans and disinfects instruments and prepares for sterilization.
Provides emotional and other clinical support to patient during exam as indicated.
3. Assists the physician in the provision of patient and family education
4. Answers general questions
Provides instructional materials.
Responds to patient calls by relaying between the provider and patient. Documents instructions appropriately.
5. Performs clerical duties as necessary Files reports in patient records.
Locates and pulls files for patient visits and returns files to shelf. Performs duties using IDX as applicable.
Performs insurance verification, referrals and precertification as required. Obtains billing waivers from patients as appropriate.
6. Provides nursing care for the patient as directed by the physician Administers medications per provider orders.
Performs waived lab procedures.
Performs other procedures ordered as noted on skill check list.
7. Maintains accurate medical records
Completes documentation related to patient visit.
Documents medications.
Documents all medication orders called in to pharmacies. Documents referrals and pre-certifications appropriately.
8. Communicates clearly and appropriately with team members, providers and patients Communicates plete timely information to team members.
9. Completes accurate coding of medical and laboratory procedures Completes encounter form correctly.
Verifies procedures that may be billed as “in-house”.
Maintains accurate knowledge of CPT codes ofmonly performed services. Verifies diagnosis and procedures are matched for claims filing.
10. Provides age-appropriate care to patients
Measurement of vital signs, height and weight are performed using equipment appropriate for the age of the patient. Medication dosage and method of administration is age appropriate.
Techniques and equipment used in procedures are age appropriate.
Demonstrates teaching techniques and uses materials in teaching which are age appropriate.
Uses safety measures in patient care which are appropriate for age of patient.
Minimum Job Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
Medical Assistant diploma/certificate from a nationally recognized, accredited program OR
Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing OR
Completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces
Certification / License
Nationally recognized and accredited current Medical Assistant certification
BCLS certification
Work Experience
-1 year of equivalent work experience required